The artwork, entitled “Quai de Montebello, Notre Dame,” was created by the artist Edouard Cortes and belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement. This cityscape depicts a bustling scene along the Quai de Montebello with the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral visible in the background.
In the artwork, Cortes masterfully captures the essence of a lively Parisian street during a vibrant evening. The composition is enriched with a harmonious blend of vivid colors and delicate brushstrokes that illustrate pedestrians strolling, streetcars navigating, and the subtle glow of streetlights. The trees, with their sparse branches, frame the scene beautifully, while the cathedral stands majestically, shrouded in the warm hues of the setting sun. The wet pavement reflects the lights and colors of the surroundings, adding depth and dynamism to the scene. Through this depiction, Cortes encapsulates the quintessence of urban life and architecture in early 20th-century Paris.
